1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 1989 Lancia Delta and 1985 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 76 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Thema |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
